Marine Ecology conferences

The Aquatic Sciences Meeting connects freshwater and ocean researchers around the theme Waterscapes Under Pressure: Drivers and Opportunities. The meeting runs 28 February–5 March 2027 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The abstract deadline has been extended to 21 September 2026; early registration ends 1 December 2026.

This EMBO Workshop brings together researchers studying chemical crosstalk among marine microorganisms, spanning metabolite-mediated ecological interactions, analytical chemistry, microscale fluid dynamics, cell biology and omics-based microbial ecology.

The meeting examines disputed and unresolved questions about rapidly changing Arctic and Southern oceans. It brings circulation, ecology and biogeochemistry together to consider sea-ice loss, freshwater inputs, deep-water formation, primary production and climate-active aerosols. Sessions emphasize why these processes remain difficult to measure and explain, including feedbacks on planetary reflectivity and atmospheric composition. Comparisons with ancient ice-covered oceans and oceans on other worlds broaden the discussion. Attendance requires a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, or an accepted equivalent. Applications are subject to selection and available capacity.

The meeting connects ocean observations and research with policy and practical action for a resilient Western Pacific. Scientific sessions address marine ecosystems, climate and human pressures, while UN Ocean Decade activities connect current projects and incubate new collaborations. The conference brings together researchers, government agencies and other ocean stakeholders to present new knowledge and technologies, assess regional progress and develop science-based responses to sustainability challenges. Abstracts for 34 scientific sessions close on 15 November 2026.